I wasn't totally against Overwatch 2 like a lot of others. I love the original Overwatch and I was willing to give Blizzard a chance to prove that Overwatch 2 could work as a free to play game.
However, I can say with all certainty that I have basically moved on completely from the series. I don't think it's fun anymore and I'm completely disappointed that they're walking away from a this mode after years of work and promises.
I understand this if you're buying something that's high in demand and hard to find; like a system on day one. I don't understand waiting in line for this game for 72 hours. I think everyone who wants this game will be able to find it. Plus there's always digital!
@jump Are you being serious? I could be wrong, but I believe the Mario figure is meant to be faded so that parents/consumers aren't confused by the fact that Mario is not included in the set.
@Pres_Shinra Good find with the article. Like I said, earlier, I don't really know how mergers work. I'm a sceptic by nature so that's why I found what you were saying earlier hard to believe; but I stand corrected.
@fenlix I have a concern that this ultimately does more harm then helps the consumer. Like you pointed out, government agencies never move quickly. What if this drags out another year? It creates delays in games. Doesn't that hurt the consumers as much as the merger will supposedly hinder creativity? Plus there's still lots of other game developers out there. It's not like they've purchased them all. It would be different if once cell phone service provider owned all the cell phone service companies. That one company would control prices and stifle competition completely.
@Pres_Shinra Maybe. We're still talking about one American company buying another American company, and a British agency trying to block it. I'm pretty sure the US has major beef with Huawei but I'm sure that company has completed mergers. I'm just saying that if all it takes in one country being upset or concerned to block a merger....even in another country, I doubt any mergers would take place.
I think your second example isn't the same though. A country forcing a company to abide by a standard or specific demand, like a charger, really isn't remotely the same as one company buying another company from the same country; and governing branch from a separate country trying to block it.
I apologize in advance if this is a dumb question; but aren't both these companies American? How does the UK have a say in this? I really don't know anything about mergers and who has the final say.
As for the this merger, I can't see how this is any worst then other recent mergers that have gone unchecked.
I love the games. If this would have released when they originally said it would release, then I would have bought it immediately.
Instead, they chose to hold off for a dumb reason, then release it in between Fire Emblem and Zelda. I don't have time to play one of those games, I definitely don't have time for all three.
Personally, I needed this game to release in it's original release window. Now, there's too many lengthy games either already released or coming out; and this got bumped to the back.
Figment is from a ride at Epcot called Journey Into Imagination. Figment is awesome, but his ride is one of the most outdated rides at a Disney Park......but it's got "character" and there's never a line. You could get on, get off, then get right back on if you really wanted to.
Anyone else finally ready for this to be done? I get it, I loved the 3DS and many of the games. I have fond memories. But I can't wait until this date comes and goes so I don't have to see another article about this ever again!
Well, the universe is massive so there's got to be life out there somewhere.
Nessie is definitely not real. .....but really cool. It's a Dinosaur!
Sasquatch goes by many different names in many different regions. It has a cool ride at Animal Kingdom in Disney World. But my gut instinct is that most stories are fake.
I'll go with the majority it appears and say "ALIENS"
I personally don't like how EA ripped off Switch owners that were fans of their game for years. I also don't buy FIFA. However, it's not a terrible game. If you like soccer/football and you only have access to a Switch, then this isn't a bad game. Enjoy your free preview! I don't think a free preview hurts anyone.
@jump Yeah, sometimes we say it like this "March 10, 2023" then since we're low on the word count, we just throw in total nonsense to catch back up. For example, I've started adding proper or not proper, or brilliant to every sentence.
Please help me figure out your county's brilliant ways because I'm too stupid. Would you say today's date this way: 10th of March, 2023 or 10 March 2023?
@BulbasaurusRex I agree 100%. The games that haven't aged well were also some of the most influential games in the history of video games. I don't really enjoy playing Mario 64 these days, but when that came out, and I played it for the first time, my head exploded! Same with Goldeneye. Ocarina took that head explosion to nuclear levels!
Great deal for someone new to Switch that loves Mario. It's not worth the purchase for an existing Switch gamer as they probably have all three games already if they enjoy Mario games; and more importantly the system colorway isn't that special.
Total speculation here but I think it's closer to coming then we all know. My gut instinct is telling me that after the movie becomes a huge success, Nintendo will announce a new game for the upcoming holiday season. I think they would be dumb to not take advantage of the Mario hysteria that's about to go to the next level.
It may just be a remastered Mario Galaxy 2. I always thought it was weird that it wasn't included in the anniversary collection game.
I only play on Switch these days so I'm actually interested in this news. I have fond memories of playing COD on the 360. I've played through the first level or 2 on the newest game on my son's PS4. I thought it was great.
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Re: Blizzard Cancels Overwatch 2's Long-Awaited PvE Hero Mode
I wasn't totally against Overwatch 2 like a lot of others. I love the original Overwatch and I was willing to give Blizzard a chance to prove that Overwatch 2 could work as a free to play game.
However, I can say with all certainty that I have basically moved on completely from the series. I don't think it's fun anymore and I'm completely disappointed that they're walking away from a this mode after years of work and promises.
Re: Eiji Aonuma "Interested" In Zelda Movie After Mario's $1 Billion Box Office Success
@Giancarlothomaz I agree! You said it first, for the record.
Re: Random: Zelda Super Fans Are Already Queuing Outside Nintendo's Store For Tears Of The Kingdom
I understand this if you're buying something that's high in demand and hard to find; like a system on day one. I don't understand waiting in line for this game for 72 hours. I think everyone who wants this game will be able to find it. Plus there's always digital!
Are there special giveaways at NIntendo NYC?
Re: Atari's Neon Action-Platformer, Mr. Run And Jump, Leaps Onto Switch This Summer
Looks great. I'm diggin' the neon style.
Re: LEGO Reveals New Donkey Kong Adventure Playsets
@jump Are you being serious? I could be wrong, but I believe the Mario figure is meant to be faded so that parents/consumers aren't confused by the fact that Mario is not included in the set.
Re: Wowzers! Inspector Gadget - Mad Time Party Go Goes Onto Switch Later This Year
Personally I think it looks terrible. I have no desire to play this.
Re: Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Has Been Officially Blocked In The UK
@Pres_Shinra Good find with the article. Like I said, earlier, I don't really know how mergers work. I'm a sceptic by nature so that's why I found what you were saying earlier hard to believe; but I stand corrected.
Re: Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Has Been Officially Blocked In The UK
@fenlix I have a concern that this ultimately does more harm then helps the consumer. Like you pointed out, government agencies never move quickly. What if this drags out another year? It creates delays in games. Doesn't that hurt the consumers as much as the merger will supposedly hinder creativity? Plus there's still lots of other game developers out there. It's not like they've purchased them all. It would be different if once cell phone service provider owned all the cell phone service companies. That one company would control prices and stifle competition completely.
Re: Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Has Been Officially Blocked In The UK
@Pres_Shinra Maybe. We're still talking about one American company buying another American company, and a British agency trying to block it. I'm pretty sure the US has major beef with Huawei but I'm sure that company has completed mergers. I'm just saying that if all it takes in one country being upset or concerned to block a merger....even in another country, I doubt any mergers would take place.
I think your second example isn't the same though. A country forcing a company to abide by a standard or specific demand, like a charger, really isn't remotely the same as one company buying another company from the same country; and governing branch from a separate country trying to block it.
Re: Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Has Been Officially Blocked In The UK
@Pres_Shinra So if that logic is true, couldn't one country just block other county's businesses just to cause problems?
Re: Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Has Been Officially Blocked In The UK
I apologize in advance if this is a dumb question; but aren't both these companies American? How does the UK have a say in this? I really don't know anything about mergers and who has the final say.
As for the this merger, I can't see how this is any worst then other recent mergers that have gone unchecked.
Re: Zelda amiibo Are Getting Restocked On May 12th, Pre-Order Now (US)
I clicked on the Amazon link....$44
Re: Talking Point: Which Is Your Favourite Nintendo Controller? Every Nintendo Pad Ranked
@Paulo I agree 110%. Well said.
Re: Poll: What Do You Think Of The New Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Font?
Both are terrible IMO.
Re: Poll: Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp Is Out Today, Will You Be Getting it?
I love the games. If this would have released when they originally said it would release, then I would have bought it immediately.
Instead, they chose to hold off for a dumb reason, then release it in between Fire Emblem and Zelda. I don't have time to play one of those games, I definitely don't have time for all three.
Re: Every Nintendo Switch Online Sega Genesis / Mega Drive Game Ranked
I think the top 8-10 are all great games. I will argue that Sonic Spinball needs to be higher. It's an awesome game!
Re: Review: Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp - A Pair Of Strategy Gems Delightfully Reimagined
Personally, I needed this game to release in it's original release window. Now, there's too many lengthy games either already released or coming out; and this got bumped to the back.
.....but I love love loved the GBA games!
Re: Deals: Incredibly, These Zelda And Metroid amiibo Are Down To Just $5 Right Now
Sold Out! Bummer. I don't have the Metroid ones. $5 is an awesome deal.
Re: Poll: Which Is The Best Ganondorf?
WW Ganondorf.....not even a contest in my opinion.
Re: Disney's Upcoming Free-To-Play Racer Unveils A New Playable Character
He wasn't the mascot when I attended two festivals (Wine & Food and Flower & Garden)
Duffy wasn't even in the Epcot stores when I was there last year.
Re: Disney's Upcoming Free-To-Play Racer Unveils A New Playable Character
@BrianJL Technically I don't think he's the mascot of Epcot....but he definitely features on a lot of merch.
Re: Disney's Upcoming Free-To-Play Racer Unveils A New Playable Character
Figment is from a ride at Epcot called Journey Into Imagination. Figment is awesome, but his ride is one of the most outdated rides at a Disney Park......but it's got "character" and there's never a line. You could get on, get off, then get right back on if you really wanted to.
I may actually try this game now!
Re: SEGA & Tencent Have Also Decided To Skip This Year's E3
Soooo many memories. I always loved watching E3 coverage and every year I couldn't wait for the trailers and reveals.
Re: Where To Buy Zelda Tears Of The Kingdom Switch OLED Console And Pro Controller
I'm not buying either. I think the pro is one of the worst designs Nintendo has done, out of all the special editions.
The OLED is cool looking but I'm not in the market for a new Switch. I can't justify the minimal upgrade.
Re: PSA: You Only Have One Week To Purchase 3DS And Wii U eShop Games
@TheBigBlue Yeah, I agree. I know NL is just being helpful.
Re: PSA: You Only Have One Week To Purchase 3DS And Wii U eShop Games
Anyone else finally ready for this to be done? I get it, I loved the 3DS and many of the games. I have fond memories. But I can't wait until this date comes and goes so I don't have to see another article about this ever again!
Re: Splatoon 3's Next Splatfest Is A Monster Mashup
Well, the universe is massive so there's got to be life out there somewhere.
Nessie is definitely not real. .....but really cool. It's a Dinosaur!
Sasquatch goes by many different names in many different regions. It has a cool ride at Animal Kingdom in Disney World. But my gut instinct is that most stories are fake.
I'll go with the majority it appears and say "ALIENS"
Re: Nintendo Switch Online's Next Free Game Trial Is Ready To Kick-Off Next Week (UK)
@Anti-Matter Fair enough. No real reason.....check.
Re: Nintendo Switch Online's Next Free Game Trial Is Ready To Kick-Off Next Week (UK)
@Anti-Matter Can you be more specific so I can better understand your opinion? Seems like there's no support of this comment.
Re: Nintendo Switch Online's Next Free Game Trial Is Ready To Kick-Off Next Week (UK)
I personally don't like how EA ripped off Switch owners that were fans of their game for years. I also don't buy FIFA. However, it's not a terrible game. If you like soccer/football and you only have access to a Switch, then this isn't a bad game. Enjoy your free preview! I don't think a free preview hurts anyone.
Re: Nintendo Switch Online's Next Free Game Trial Is Ready To Kick-Off Next Week (UK)
@Anti-Matter
You hate the Universe because people like a sport you clearly don't understand????
So you're saying every sport is better then soccer?
Re: Best Super Smash Bros. Games Of All Time
1. Switch
2. Wii U
3. 3DS
4. Wii
5. GC
6. N64.
IMO, the Wii U and 3DS are the same game! Just one is mobile and one is not. I guess the Wii U gets the tiebreaker because of better controls layout.
Re: Random: Miyamoto Joins Mario Movie Cast For Acapella Cover Of Super Mario Bros. Theme
@jump Yeah, sometimes we say it like this "March 10, 2023" then since we're low on the word count, we just throw in total nonsense to catch back up. For example, I've started adding proper or not proper, or brilliant to every sentence.
Re: Random: Miyamoto Joins Mario Movie Cast For Acapella Cover Of Super Mario Bros. Theme
@Maxz Okay, thank you. I guess I prefer the slightly more efficient way we do it then, despite the order.
Re: Random: Miyamoto Joins Mario Movie Cast For Acapella Cover Of Super Mario Bros. Theme
@Maxz HA HA HA! I see what you're doing here.
BLACOB!!!!! Brilliant, proper joke!
Re: Random: Miyamoto Joins Mario Movie Cast For Acapella Cover Of Super Mario Bros. Theme
@Bunkerneath @jump
Please help me figure out your county's brilliant ways because I'm too stupid. Would you say today's date this way: 10th of March, 2023 or 10 March 2023?
Re: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Character Menu Now Has Five Extra Spaces For Future Updates
I have a gut instinct that we'll see only Mario or DK related characters, and we'll see the missing past kart characters for sure.
I've been saying for years, the next step for Kart is a "everyone is here" approach and it basically turns into the Nintendo Kart.
Re: Nintendo's Official MAR10 Day Sale Is Starting Next Week
Great sale, but I own all of these already.
Re: Switch Online Missions & Rewards Adds Metroid Prime Remastered Icons
These are some of the coolest ones yet!
Re: Review: GoldenEye 007 - Aged And Flawed, But Still A Masterpiece Of Game Design
@BulbasaurusRex I agree 100%. The games that haven't aged well were also some of the most influential games in the history of video games. I don't really enjoy playing Mario 64 these days, but when that came out, and I played it for the first time, my head exploded! Same with Goldeneye. Ocarina took that head explosion to nuclear levels!
Re: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 4 Launches Next Week
I've enjoyed all the new courses.
Re: Nintendo Reveals Official MAR10 Day Switch Console Bundle
Great deal for someone new to Switch that loves Mario. It's not worth the purchase for an existing Switch gamer as they probably have all three games already if they enjoy Mario games; and more importantly the system colorway isn't that special.
Re: Random: Shigeru Miyamoto Comments On What Nintendo Will Be Like Without Him
Probably the greatest video game creator of all time; but his most enduring quality is his humbleness.
Re: Miyamoto: Nintendo Is "Always" Working On Mario, But Isn't Ready For The Next Game Reveal Just Yet
Total speculation here but I think it's closer to coming then we all know. My gut instinct is telling me that after the movie becomes a huge success, Nintendo will announce a new game for the upcoming holiday season. I think they would be dumb to not take advantage of the Mario hysteria that's about to go to the next level.
It may just be a remastered Mario Galaxy 2. I always thought it was weird that it wasn't included in the anniversary collection game.
Re: Microsoft's Commitment To Bring Call Of Duty To Nintendo Is Now Legally Binding
I only play on Switch these days so I'm actually interested in this news. I have fond memories of playing COD on the 360. I've played through the first level or 2 on the newest game on my son's PS4. I thought it was great.
Re: More Characters Seemingly Returning To Mario Kart 8 Deluxe In Future DLC Waves
@Euler I use the Captain Falcon costume for my Mii almost every time I play! It basically looks just like Captain Falcon already.
I would be really really happy if they just added more Amiibo character costumes for Mii racers.
Re: Review: Metroid Prime Remastered - A Long-Awaited And Stunning Return Of A Legend
How cool would it be if when you beat this game, you were treated to a trailer for MP4?
Re: Where To Pre-Order Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp On Switch
What are the chances that the originals get release for the Nintendo Online Game Boy Advance? Probably not, I guess.
Re: Surprise! Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Is Getting Its Very Own Link amiibo
SOLD. I'll buy this Amiibo if I see it in the wild.
Re: Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass Inks Its Way Onto Switch From Spring 2023
Wave 1 is completely pointless IMO, unless there's more to it then what they announced yesterday.